Alumni Spotlight

Felicia Luke, an Ogeechee Technical College graduate, was recently named the 2018 Outstanding Alumni Award winner at an alumni reception held at the College. Ogeechee Tech annually accepts nominations in two categories, Outstanding Alumni, which honors an individual who has graduated in the past 10 years, and Distinguished Alumni, for those who graduated more than 10 years ago. A number of nominees were honored at the reception, with a winner in each category being named. Luke was chosen as the 2018 winner in the Outstanding Alumni category.

Luke is a 2015 graduate of the Business Administrative Technology (BAT) program. She began as an intern for Wise Choice Therapeutics Solutions, Inc. while completing the BAT program, was hired as a full-time employee upon graduating, and has continued her employment as the Office Manager. Luke also received her certificate in Medical Office Support Specialist and was a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. She serves the community through volunteering with Hearts and Hands Clinic and various children’s programs with First United Methodist Church of Statesboro. Felicia was raised with the philosophy that it takes a village to raise a child, and her passion and desire is to be a part of that village.

The Outstanding Alumni Award honors an individual who has made outstanding contributions and who has excelled in his or her chosen fields, has given back to his or her community, and who is dedicated to the advancement of the College.

2019 Alumni Awards

The Ogeechee Technical College Alumni Association invites all alumni, faculty, staff, and community members to nominate candidates for the 2019 Ogeechee Technical College Outstanding Alumni Awards.

The Outstanding Alumni Awards honors individuals who have graduated from Ogeechee Technical College, who are making outstanding contributions and excelling in their chosen fields, who are giving back to their community, and are dedicated to the advancement of the College.

How to Participate:

The required forms to nominate an alumnus for the Outstanding Alumni Awards are available in the right-hand column of this page. There is no limit to the number of people you can nominate.

Nominations will be open January – March 2019. Entry deadline is March 15, 2019.

The Accomplishments & Contributions Form is your opportunity to tell the alumnus’s story. This section should focus on the nominee’s technical college experience, success in chosen field, community involvement, professional accomplishments and accolades, and charitable contributions (service and monetary).

Award Categories:

I. Recent: OTC alumni who have graduated in the past 10 years (2008 – 2018), and who have notable recognition in their chosen field with a promise for continued success.II. Distinguished: OTC alumni who have graduated prior to 2008, and who have excelled in their chosen field, having attained prominence and/or have had a positive effect on the local, regional or state level.

Eligibility Requirements:

I. Attended Ogeechee Technical College, completed their program of study, and received a TCC, Diploma or DegreeII. Is in good standing with the College and communityIII. Has notable achievements in their field of studyIV. Has participated in public service or charitable activities that support the community and collegeV. Is not a previous recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Awards

Selection Process:

A Selection Committee will review nominations and determine those that meet all nomination criteria. Eligible nominees must then submit their application to participate. Applications will be reviewed and scored using a rubric. The top 5 nominees in each category will be selected. The selection process will take place in April 2019. The top 5 nominees in each category will be notified following the selection process.

Nomination Procedure:

I. Enter all requested information on the nomination forms available on the right-hand column of this page.II. Submit the following materials to Ogeechee Technical College by the March 15, 2019 deadline. Please include:

Application Procedure:

I. Eligible nominees must submit an application to be considered for the Outstanding Alumni Awards.II. Enter all requested information on the Application form available on the Ogeechee Technical College website at www.ogeecheetech.edu/alumni.III. Submit the following materials to Ogeechee Technical College by the April 5, 2019deadline. Please include:

a. The completed Applicationb. Current Resume and/or Bioc. Letter of Supportd. 5x7 color photo. Label back of photo with name and graduation date.e. Completed Model Release Formf. Additional materials or documentation to highlight or support your nomination are welcome but not required.

Presentation of Awards:

The Outstanding Alumni Awards will be presented at the 2018 Alumni/Grad Reception on May 15, 2019. One Recent and one Distinguished alumni will be awarded.